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Breaux Bridge Junior High School

Middle School · St. Martin Parish

100 Martin Street, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

Enrollment

353

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#965 of 1,288

In Breaux Bridge

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#13 of 15

St. Martin Parish

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Breaux Bridge Junior High School

5.2/10

Middle School in Breaux Bridge · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Breaux Bridge Junior High School

Breaux Bridge Junior High School is a public middle school in Breaux Bridge, LA, part of St. Martin Parish. Breaux Bridge Junior High School serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

Breaux Bridge Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #965 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Breaux Bridge Junior High School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • LA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Breaux Bridge Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.3% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,528
Chronic Absenteeism36.5%

Breaux Bridge Junior High School — Students at Breaux Bridge Junior High School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.5% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 44.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
21%
2025
Math
14.7%
ELA
30.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Breaux Bridge Junior High School Compares

See how Breaux Bridge Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
25th percentile in LA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

100 Martin Street, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Breaux Bridge Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Parks Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby St. Martinville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cecilia Junior High School (rated 5.4/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Cecilia), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Acadian Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Breaux Bridge, see our Breaux Bridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BERNARD SCHOOL Breaux Bridge 0.2 mi 5.9
Breaux Bridge Primary School Breaux Bridge 0.6 mi 6.6
Breaux Bridge Elementary School Breaux Bridge 0.7 mi 5.3
LOUISIANA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Breaux Bridge 2.7 mi 6.7
Breaux Bridge High School Breaux Bridge 3.0 mi 5.2
Teche Elementary School Cecilia 4.3 mi 6.9
Cecilia Junior High School Cecilia 5.2 mi 5.4
Cecilia Primary School Cecilia 5.3 mi 7.6
Cecilia High School Cecilia 5.5 mi 5.7
Parks Primary School Parks 5.8 mi 5.4
David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy Lafayette 5.6 mi 7.4
TEURLINGS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lafayette 5.8 mi 4.6
Parks Middle School St. Martinville 6.4 mi 6.6
J.W. Faulk Elementary School Lafayette 6.2 mi 7.1
Northside High School Lafayette 6.3 mi 4.1
Acadian Middle School Lafayette 6.4 mi 4.9
Evangeline Elementary School Lafayette 6.5 mi 6.1
Paul Breaux Middle School Lafayette 7.0 mi 2.9
STS LEO-SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lafayette 6.7 mi 4.9
Willow Charter Academy Lafayette 6.8 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,342

Median Home Value

$151,600

Median Rent

$938/mo

Population

26,570

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Breaux Bridge Junior High School

What grades does Breaux Bridge Junior High School serve?

Breaux Bridge Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Breaux Bridge Junior High School?

Breaux Bridge Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Breaux Bridge Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Breaux Bridge Junior High School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Breaux Bridge Junior High School rank in LA?

Breaux Bridge Junior High School ranks #965 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Breaux Bridge Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Breaux Bridge Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Breaux Bridge Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Breaux Bridge Junior High School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Breaux Bridge Junior High School a charter school?

No, Breaux Bridge Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Breaux Bridge Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Breaux Bridge Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Breaux Bridge Junior High School?

79.0% of students at Breaux Bridge Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
St. Martin Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

District

St. Martin Parish
District Enrollment
7,216
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,528
District Rank
#13 of 15

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